##  [Novartis ranks #19 in TIME and Statista’s World’s Best Companies 2026](/stories/novartis-ranks-19-time-and-statistas-worlds-best-companies-2026 "Novartis ranks #19 in TIME and Statista’s World’s Best Companies 2026") 

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#  Novartis ranks #19 in TIME and Statista’s World’s Best Companies 2026 

Novartis has earned a spot among the world’s top performers, ranking #19 in TIME and Statista’s World’s Best Companies 2026 – a significant rise from #114 last year. The recognition reflects progress across three critical areas: business performance, workplace experience, and sustainability.



 

 Oct 21, 2026 

## What’s behind the ranking

TIME and Statista’s annual list evaluates more than 1 000 organizations through a methodology that looks beyond financials. Companies are assessed equally across three dimensions:

- **Employee satisfaction** – based on independent global surveys and peer recommendations.
- **Revenue growth** – Measured using audited multi-year performance.
- **Sustainability transparency** – Assessed through ESG reporting standards, governance and performance.

This holistic approach creates an independent measure of organizational strength and long-term value creation.

## What it means for Novartis

Moving from #114 to #19 signals the impact of bold changes underway – strengthening business results, building a more engaging culture, and deepening our commitment to sustainability and responsible business practices.

Behind this progress are more than 70 000 Novartis associates worldwide- scientists, manufacturing teams, digital experts – working to tackle the toughest challenges in healthcare and deliver breakthroughs that redefine the future of medicine.

## Looking ahead

While rankings aren’t the destination, this recognition reinforces that we are on the right path: creating value for patients, employees, investors, and society – today and for generations to come.